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I am 9 weeks pregnant after ivf. scan showed empty but growing sac and possible yolk.can this be a viable pregnancy?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

At 9: weeks the fetus should be easily visible on a technically adequate ultrasound, so if the dates are correct it is not normal. Discuss it with your doc, and take care.

Answered 4/25/2016

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